India Post GDS Cut Off 2026 Released: Circle-wise & Category-wise Qualifying Marks

India Post (Department of Posts) has officially released the GDS Cut Off 2026 on 12 October 2026, along with the 1st merit list for Gramin Dak Sevak Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026. The cut-off represents the Class 10 percentage of the last shortlisted candidate in each postal circle and category. It is not announced in advance, and there is no written examination for this recruitment.

Quick Overview

India Post GDS Cut Off 2026: Circle-wise and Category-wise

India Post GDS Previous Year Cut Off (2025)

What Is the India Post GDS Cut Off?

The GDS cut-off is the lowest Class 10 percentage among the candidates shortlisted in a given postal circle and category. India Post prepares separate merit lists for each circle and category directly from Class 10 marks. Candidates at or above that level are called for document verification.

• No written exam or interview is part of the shortlisting.
• Cut-offs differ across circles.
• Each category (UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD) has its own cut-off.
• The percentage is based on Class 10 marks.
• For grade-point boards, marks are converted with the formula: Marks = Grade Point x 9.5.

How Is the GDS Merit List Decided When Percentages Are Equal?

1. The older candidate is preferred.
2. If the tie continues, the Government of India's category rules apply in this order for women: ST, SC, OBC, EWS, then UR.
3. After that, the same category order applies for men: ST, SC, OBC, EWS, then UR.

How to Check the India Post GDS Cut Off 2026

1. Open the official website, www.indiapostgdsonline.gov.in.
2. Find the merit list or shortlisted candidates section for GDS Online Engagement Schedule-II, July 2026.
3. Choose your postal circle.
4. Download the circle-wise PDF.
5. Search for your registration number, which you received when you applied.

What Happens After the GDS Cut Off 2026?

1. Merit list: Search your registration number in the circle-wise PDF.
2. Document verification: Shortlisted candidates attend verification at the allotted postal division within 15 days.
3. Appointment letter: Issued after successful verification.
4. Basic training: Selected candidates complete training before starting duties.

Important Dates

FAQs

Q1. Is the India Post GDS cut-off announced before the merit list?
No, the cut-off is released along with the merit list. It is the Class 10 percentage of the last shortlisted candidate in each circle and category.

Q2. Is there any written exam for India Post GDS recruitment?
No, selection is based solely on Class 10 marks. There is no written exam or interview.

Q3. How are marks calculated for grade-point boards?
For grade-point boards, marks are converted using the formula: Marks = Grade Point x 9.5.

Q4. What is the tie-breaking rule for GDS merit list?
The older candidate is preferred. If the tie continues, category rules apply in the order ST, SC, OBC, EWS, UR for women first, then the same order for men.

Q5. What should I do after finding my name in the merit list?
Shortlisted candidates must attend document verification at the allotted postal division within 15 days. After successful verification, an appointment letter is issued, followed by basic training.